Current Powers Stroke and Rehabilitation Center cook seeking an opportunity to further education and career in management/supervisory role.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Powers Stroke and Rehabilitation Center
Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
Contributed to positive patient experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Customer Service Representative/Warehouse Associat
Performance Radiator
01.2018 - 02.2022
Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution.
Addressed customer inquiries to ensure satisfaction and foster positive service experience.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
Cafeteria Manager/Head Cook
School Town of Highland
09.2007 - 01.2018
Trained, and supervised staff.
Monitored cash handling procedures and balanced cash draws at the end of each day.
Inspected kitchen appliances, equipment and work areas to verify functional operation and cleanliness.
Delegated daily staff responsibilities and job duties to improve quality of service, individual accountability and sanitary standards.
Placed all orders (GFS, milk, produce, commodities, bread, and Commercial) to maintain accurate inventory counts.
Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to health department regulations and guidelines.
Conducted regular meetings with staff members to address concerns, provide support, and facilitate open communication, maintaining a positive work environment for everyone.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Addressed any concerns from parents with quick resolution.
Education
GED - Medical Transcription
Gavit High School
Hammond, IN
Skills
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Food preparation
Kitchen organization
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Portion control
Food handler certification
Allergen awareness
Timeline
Customer Service Representative/Warehouse Associat
Intern at Kessler Institute of Rehabilitation-Center for Stroke and RehabilitationIntern at Kessler Institute of Rehabilitation-Center for Stroke and Rehabilitation